Before the trip, we made a list of things do and it was extremely difficult to cut some of the activities from the itinerary. Instead of cramming in every single item on my original list, I adopted the mentality that … Continue reading
I’ve now been to London 3 times: first with a middle school group, next with my mother, and just recently with my wife. Each trip offered something new and enjoyable, and London, more than anywhere I’ve visited, is a place … Continue reading
Most of these probably won’t come as a surprise (we’ve even written about some of them extensively), but I’ve compiled my list of the top 7 things to do and see in London for a first-time visit. It wasn’t easy … Continue reading
Connecting from airports to city centers is always an adventure (one of the reasons we like train travel in Europe, which always drops you in the center of town). Heathrow Airport is as far as any other European airport from … Continue reading
Many of London’s Indian communities lie on the outskirts (particularly Southall near Heathrow Airport), but we found it very easy to find authentic Indian cuisine in Central London. We regularly eat Indian food in California, and I spent a month … Continue reading
Although cultural experiences and scenery often shape my most memorable travel experiences, I find that in London, understanding the historical context of the places and buildings can turn typical sightseeing into an exciting adventure. During our past trip, I read … Continue reading
Seeing a show in London’s West End was near the top of our list of things to do on our visit. Originally, we planned on getting tickets from Leicester Square’s Half Price Ticket Booth. We even started planning our sightseeing … Continue reading
The United Kingdom is surprisingly liberal in allowing the public to view Parliament, which is a great thrill for visitors with an interest in government and politics. All debates and many committee meetings can be observed for free. Those interested … Continue reading
I have to admit that one of the reasons I wanted to visit London in late November was to enjoy the Christmas scene. I have always loved Christmas (who doesn’t?) so anytime I have an excuse to admire pretty lights … Continue reading
Visiting markets is always a fun way to mix in with locals and tourists alike. We tried to visit a few during our stay in London, but with so many other attractions on our list, we barely made a dent. … Continue reading
I’ve always wanted to ride the Eurostar through the Chunnel Tunnel, but never had a good opportunity. On our recent trip to London, I convinced Kristin to agree to a day trip on Eurostar to Brussels. In addition to the … Continue reading
London’s location is great for many in-country day (or half day) trips – Stonehenge, Bath, White Cliffs of Dover, Cambridge, Windsor, and more. In the end, Bath won our vote and luckily, it was a very easy day trip. … Continue reading
The Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace is one of the most popular attractions in London. The large crowds described in guidebooks initially turned us off to the experience, but with some time to kill before our flight home … Continue reading
Afternoon tea is everywhere in London and it’s something I’ve dreamed about ever since we planned our trip.If you are an avid tea lover like me, you can also taste varieties of tea from Atlas Tea Club because they create an experience with … Continue reading
My pre-trip worrying was pointless. We arrived at the Park Lane Hotel a little before noon and we were given a choice: did we want the free upgrade that we qualified for (finally!) that was not quite ready or did … Continue reading